• Avoid a 'fiscal cliff' in your life

    The arrival of the new year affords each of us an opportunity to reflect on past decisions and adjust for the future. This is especially true for financial matters as pay adjustments may be applicable and a new tax year begins. So while Congressional leaders deliberate more permanent solutions to

  • Aspire toward proficiency as an Airman, person

    Stop me if you've heard this attitude before: "I wish they would just recognize me for doing my job. I'm tired of people getting recognized for doing a bunch of extra stuff. I'm good at my job, why don't I get recognized?"The real question is, "What is your job?" If you were employed in the civilian

  • Being best all comes down to attitude

    "Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." -- Raymond Thornton Chandler, American novilistThe Consolidated Unit Inspection season is in full swing at Travis and we will have a full slate of inspectors evaluating us during the

  • Photo lab snaps base into focus

    Airmen needing a place to receive their official passport photos, special duty and award package photos need look no further.The base photo lab provides government passport photos for active duty or Reserve Airmen and their families. Walk-in hours for passport photos are 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays and

  • Aircrew flight equipment keeps Airmen safe in the air

    Safety is a vital proponent for the Air Force to maintain mission continuity and personnel retainment. When flying missions, safety becomes even more important because a misstep or faulty piece of equipment could have life-ending results.The Air Force has recognized the necessity for safety while

  • Take the radical leap

    Today in the Air Force we are living in times of uncertainty. It seems as if the operations tempo continues to remain high with no end in sight, force shaping, manpower reductions, budget cuts and 365-day temporary duties are a reality. During these intense times more than ever, leaders must find

  • January is Customer Appreciation Month

    January 14 is the start date for Customer Appreciation Month. The 60th Force Support Squadron will thank its customers by offering $1,000 in prizes for 18 days. The squadron is responsible for more than 22 retail and childcare facilities at Travis and 12 are participating with featured deals,

  • Travis wins LeMay Award

    In November 2012, Maj. Elizabeth Eychner, 60th Force Support Squadron commander, was informed that her squadron was chosen, for the second year in a row, as the Air Mobility Wing Curtis E. Lemay winners. This award is given to the best FSS in the command. Now the squadron has its sights set on the

  • Visualization critical to goal accomplishment

    No doubt many of us have made some New Year's resolutions for self-improvement or work-related goals we intend to accomplish in the near-term. I would like to share a series of steps which I have used to effectively attain some of my goals. Visualization establishes a mental picture of a successful

  • Leadership Pathways to success

    As a chief master sergeant, I am regularly asked by young Airmen how to become a chief. My answer is simple. I tell Airmen to demonstrate the Air Force core values, integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do, in their conduct, attitude and performance every day. By doing this,